Work and learn with top surgeons and scientists
For decades we've turned discovery into better patient outcomes while training the next generation of surgeons. Our teams work across disciplines, contribute nationally and apply the latest evidence to improve lives.
Join to help shape the future of surgery.
Research
Discover research to treat some of the most challenging human health disorders.
Residency programs
Train in general, vascular and plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Fellowships and training
Pursue fellowships to advance your career in surgical specialties.
Questions?
Email us at surgdept@ohsu.edu.
Faculty careers
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What sets us apart
As part of Oregon’s only academic health center, we offer:
- Nationally recognized, diverse faculty and programs in clinical care, education and research
- One of the nation’s largest general surgery residency programs
- Clinical services for some of the region’s most complex conditions, with tens of thousands of operations performed each year
- More than 50 operating rooms across the OHSU Hospital, Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Casey Eye Institute and the Center for Health and Healing
- Collaborative research programs in trauma care, surgical decision-making science and gastrointestinal oncology
- A shared commitment to advancing surgical care, bringing clinicians, scientists and partners together to solve real‑world challenges
A legacy of surgical leadership and firsts
Our surgeons and scientists have worked together for decades to drive surgical innovation and shape the field. Surgical firsts include:
- The first mechanical heart valve
- The first percutaneous angioplasty and coronary arteriography using specialized catheters
- The first balloon embolectomy catheter
- The first kidney transplant in an adolescent
- Early clinical use of imatinib for select leukemias and gastrointestinal stromal tumors
- The first totally endoscopic esophagogastric fundoplication
Culture and benefits
Our department has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We are an institutional member of:
We support diversity in faculty, students, residents, fellows and postdocs. We offer a collaborative, collegial clinical and research culture.
Joining our department gives you the opportunity to enjoy extensive employee benefits while living in a vibrant city.
Community impact
Our clinical, research and training programs bring high-quality surgical care to Oregonians and people throughout the region. That includes rural areas through our surgical rotation program in Grants Pass. We also collaborate with community organizations to improve patient outcomes.
In Portland, the new state-of-the-art Vista Pavilion connects surgeons with specialists to integrate inpatient cancer care. Together, we are redefining cancer treatment for patients in Oregon and beyond.